Planning Engineer | 8:6 FIFO from Perth | Gold Mining | Full Time
Catalyst Metals
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- Location
- Destination Perth, WA
- Type
- Full-time
About the role
Planning Engineer | 8:6 FIFO from Perth | Gold Mining | Full Time
About Catalyst Metals
Catalyst Metals Limited owns and operates the Plutonic Gold Mine, located in the Eastern Gascoyne region of Western Australia. The operation continues to expand underground, with several mining areas successfully transitioning from development into production.
Catalyst is committed to building a sustainable, long-life gold business, underpinned by disciplined technical planning, operational excellence, and a focus on continuous improvement. This is underpinned by our Plutonic Belt Reserve of 2Moz across 3 operating mines, and several mines that will commence over the coming year. This Reserve paves the way for our Organic Growth plan, to produce 200koz per annum over 10 years.
Listed on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX: CYL), Catalyst Metals is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from people who identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander.
About the Role
At Catalyst Metals, we're entering an exciting phase of growth. With three new mining projects planned across the 40km Plutonic Gold Belt and a strategy focused on expanding production through our existing processing infrastructure, this is a unique opportunity to influence the future direction of a growing multi-mine operation.
Reporting to the Planning Superintendent, the Planning Engineer will provide technical support to the continued growth of our underground operations, working closely with Geologists, Geotechnical Engineers, Operational Leaders and other Mining Engineers to develop practical, executable mine plans that support safe, efficient and profitable mining outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Produce and deliver short- to medium-term mine designs, including Development Mining Instructions, Stope Notes and Area Plans.
- Maintain the integrity and accuracy of mine planning data and evaluation tools, ensuring they reflect operational performance and support informed decision-making.
- Develop and maintain site infrastructure designs and integrated schedules, ensuring alignment with operational mining activities and budget constraints.
Requirements
- Degree qualifications in Mining or Geotechnical Engineering, or a related discipline
- Experience in underground mine planning and production in a mechanised hard-rock mining environment
- Exposure to ventilation, mine infrastructure, geology, production and geotechnical engineering
- Competency in Deswik packages (CAD, Scheduler) and Ventsim
- A proactive, safety-focused approach and a commitment to continuous improvement
- WA FCMM certificate or the ability to obtain one (UG time completed)
- Current and unrestricted WA C Class Driver's Licence
Benefits
Why Catalyst?
- 8:6 roster promoting genuine work-life balance
- Private Health Cover for employees
- Salary sacrifice options available including novating leasing, airport car parking and more
- Quarterly Bonus Scheme
- Exposure to a growing and expanding underground operation
- Supportive and collaborative site leadership team
- Ongoing development and internal progression opportunities
If you’re ready to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you. Applications are currently being accepted, so apply now.
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